I think some low income have static rent costs, where income based is a sliding fee scale.

For low income you may need to make a certain amount, if the above is correct, not for income based.

A big issue that I see often is that the heating/cooling costs are often outrageous in many buildings with subpar structures. Electric costs of nearly $500 in the winter months are common in my apartment complex - not an easy bill to pay considering it's income based housing and MANY of the tenants are disabled and can't work.

low income is usually based on one set amount a month. its usually very low. income based means that each apartment would be paying a different amount depending on how much they make and other expenses. So basicly the same thing..but I don't know much about it other then that. if its something to consider there are usually websites online for different areas and it will help give a more detailed description.

Quoting jen black:" <blockquote><b>Quoting jen black:</b>" You can only make so much per year and based ... [snip!] ... per year and based on your family s"</blockquote> Family size* I can only make 38K per year with 3 family members."

dang that's way, way higher than here! I suppose you live in California too though, so the cost of living is outrageous!